1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
